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'dig' - used as a noun
Synonyms for 'dig'
1. the site of an archeological exploration
they set up camp next to the dig
2. an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect
she takes a dig at me every chance she gets
3. a small gouge (as in the cover of a book)
the book was in good condition except for a dig in the back cover
4. the act of digging
5. the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow
she gave me a sharp dig in the ribs

'dig' - used as a verb
6. turn up, loosen, or remove earth
Dig we must
7. create by digging
dig a hole
dig out a channel
8. work hard
She was digging away at her math homework
9. remove the inner part or the core of
10. poke or thrust abruptly
11. get the meaning of something

derived forms
1. Dig / Plural
digs
2. Dig / Past
dug
3. Dig / Third Person
digs
4. Dig / Present Participle
digging
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